Attabad Lake which is also commonly known as Gojal Lake is an amazingly beautiful lake in Gojal Valley. This lake was formed as a result of a landslide. Initially, it presented a lot of difficulty to the locals and even resulted in the loss of lives of many people as well as the displacement of many locals. However, with time, it has become a major tourist attraction in the Northern Areas of Pakistan. In fact, today, it stands as one of the most scenic lakes in the world.
Here are 27 amazing photos and interesting facts about Attabad Lake.
27 – Attabad Lake was created in January 2010 as a result of a landslide.
26 – It is among the most scenic lakes in the world. Here is a spectacular view of the sunshine over Attabad Lake.
25 – Here is a spectacular panorama view of the Attabad Lake.
24 – The location of the lake is 14 kilometres upstream of Karimabad.
23 – Check out this amazing view. The reflection of the mountains in the lake is just breathtaking.
22 – The maximum depth of Attabad Lake is 358 meters.
21 – Even the animals love to pose in front of this magnificent lake.
20 – The view of Attabad Lake at sunset and sunrise is just amazing.
19 – The length of this lake is 21 kilometres.
18 – This view of Passu cones from Attabad Lake seems too good to be true. But it is a reality.
17 – About 330,000-acre feet of water is present in this massive lake.
16 – It is an ideal place to have some memorable photo sessions.
15 – Until 2015, the only way to cross the lake was on a boat. Now there is a road tunnel which was opened for traffic in September 2015.
14 – Here is a water ambulance in Attabad Lake.
13 – The weather at Attabad Lake is mostly cold. And the clouds present great scenes.
12 – The transport and fishing boats compliment the beauty of Attabad Lake.
11 – This satellite view of Attabad Lake shows its true dimensions.
10 – It is a perfect place for relaxing and having a good time.
9 – Check out the view of the lake from the Karakoram Highway.
8 – Who wouldn’t want to have tea while enjoying this amazing view.
7 – The mountains on the sides of Attabad Lake get covered by snow during winters.
6 – Some pictures of Attabad Lake seem to be from a fantasy Hollywood movie.
5 – The huge rocky mountains and the deep blue waters of the Attabad Lake compliment each other really well.
4 – The Karakoram Highway was already one of the most beautiful and most scenic roads in the world. With the formation of the Attabad Lake, its beauty has increased even more.
3 – Here is a rare picture of Passu Cones covered by Snow. Attabad Lake can be seen in front.
2 – Be it a sunny day or a gloomy day, the scenes at Attabad Lake will not disapoint you.
1 – Check out this breathtaking view of the Attabad Lake, The Hunza Valley, and the Snow Covered Mountains.
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